Openback Banjos
My Basic openback (fretted or fretless) is priced at $1,000.
Basic includes things like this:
11" or 12" Rim, Dyed Black and Sealed.
10 or 12 Lugs
Renaissance, Frosted or Fiberskyn Head
Handmade Brass or Steel Tension Hoop
Square Dowel Stick with wedge or brace
Ebony or Rosewood Fingerboard
Brass Side Dot Position Markers if desired
Gotoh geared tuners (black or off-white knobs)
No-knot tailpiece
Frailing Scoop if desired
Block Rims, Dot inlays, slotted pegheads, tonerings, and other things will cost more.
Shoot me an email with any questions and we can come up with a price together.
I require a 50% deposit to get started on the banjo. This is non-refundable.
Basic includes things like this:
11" or 12" Rim, Dyed Black and Sealed.
10 or 12 Lugs
Renaissance, Frosted or Fiberskyn Head
Handmade Brass or Steel Tension Hoop
Square Dowel Stick with wedge or brace
Ebony or Rosewood Fingerboard
Brass Side Dot Position Markers if desired
Gotoh geared tuners (black or off-white knobs)
No-knot tailpiece
Frailing Scoop if desired
Block Rims, Dot inlays, slotted pegheads, tonerings, and other things will cost more.
Shoot me an email with any questions and we can come up with a price together.
I require a 50% deposit to get started on the banjo. This is non-refundable.
Tackhead Banjos
Most of my Tackhead and Minstrel type fretless instruments are priced between $500 and $800.
Gourds are $500
Gourds are $500
Mountain Banjos
My Mountain Banjos, also known as "Frank Proffitt" style banjos are available in Cherry or Walnut. They are
priced around $400. I have an Etsy page called CalkinsBanjoShop where you can find pictures of these instruments, and order
from that website. Or, you can buy straight from me with a check if you like. Feel free to email me and ask if I have one ready to go.
priced around $400. I have an Etsy page called CalkinsBanjoShop where you can find pictures of these instruments, and order
from that website. Or, you can buy straight from me with a check if you like. Feel free to email me and ask if I have one ready to go.
Shipping
Shipping within the continental U.S. is based on your zip. I can ship overseas, depending. And prices vary.
Openback banjos will be shipped in a hard case that you can either send back or purchase from me. If you have one of your own, I can ship it in that.
You're also welcome to come by my shop and get the instrument in person if it works for you.
Openback banjos will be shipped in a hard case that you can either send back or purchase from me. If you have one of your own, I can ship it in that.
You're also welcome to come by my shop and get the instrument in person if it works for you.